Roy Ayers – Stoned Soul Picnic (MP3)

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Stoned Soul Picnic was vibraphonist Roy Ayers‘ third album, originally released in 1968. The LP dates from the early part of Ayers’ career, before he delved heavily into R&B and funk fusions and instead concentrated more on soul-jazz grooves. Producer Herbie Mann assembled an exceptional septet for Ayers here, featuring the likes of Gary Bartz, Hubert Laws, Grady Tate, Ron Carter, and Herbie Hancock. The Laura Nyro-penned title track foreshadows Ayers’ later forays beyond the boundaries of pure jazz, and the group keeps the groove percolating throughout, making Stoned Soul Picnic one of Ayers’ best offerings.